ISO 42001
Certification
Taught by the
Trainer
Who
Actually Implements It
I'm Shenoy, Founder of reconn, an AI-first cybersecurity solutions and services company and a PECB Certified Trainer with 20+ years in cybersecurity and 10+ years in Enterprise AI, BCMS and Data Protection. If you're serious about certifying in ISO 42001, you're in the right place.
Free 1-hour 1-on-1 session included with every self-study or eLearning package.
About the Trainer
I've sat on both sides of the ISO 42001 credential: first as a hands-on implementer in critical environments, then as the PECB Certified Trainer delivering it. I've delivered ISO 42001 Lead Implementer training globally and I also hold one of the world's early PECB-certified AI professional credentials (CAIP). When I guide you through this certification, it's based on actual course content and real-world implementation experience, not marketing copy.
Choose Your Certification
Two Certifications.
One Standard.
Both PECB credentials are globally recognised, delivered online, and include a free live 1-on-1 session directly with me to clear your doubts before the exam.
Lead Implementer
You'll be able to build and run an AI management system from initiation to certification, not just understand the standard.
Course Facts
- Duration
- 5 days (4 training + 1 exam)
- CPD Credits
- 31 on completion
- Validity
- 3 yr certification valid
- Exam Format
- Open book, multiple-choice
Who It's For
- AI governance leads and GRC managers
- Compliance and IT security professionals
- Consultants advising on AI adoption
- Executives responsible for AI governance
Pricing via reconn
Lead Auditor
You'll be able to plan, manage and lead audits of AI management systems, not just participate in them.
Course Facts
- Duration
- 5 days (4 training + 1 exam)
- CPD Credits
- 31 on completion
- Validity
- 3 yr certification valid
- Exam Format
- Open book, multiple-choice
Who It's For
- Auditors and GRC consultants
- ISO 27001/9001 auditors expanding into AI
- Certification body professionals
- Independent AI governance advisors
Pricing via reconn
Decision Guide
Which Certification
Is Right for You?
| Lead Implementer | Lead Auditor | |
|---|---|---|
| You want to… | Build and manage an AIMS inside your organisation | Audit AI Management Systems independently |
| Best for… | Governance leads, GRC professionals, IT security, consultants | Auditors, certification body professionals, independent advisors |
| Start here if… | You are new to ISO 42001 | You already have hands-on implementation experience |
| Combine both? | Most consultants and advisors hold both | Significantly raises your market value |
If you're unsure, Lead Implementer first is almost always the right call. Implementation knowledge makes you a considerably better auditor.
Many professionals hold both certifications. If you're planning to do the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor together, get in touch before you enrol. I can discuss bundle pricing and a study plan that works for both in one go.
Private Mentorship
Want 1-on-1 Guidance?
Work Directly With Me.
Not everyone learns best from self-paced materials alone. If you want structured, personal guidance through your ISO 42001 certification journey, I offer private live online sessions in the evenings (GST) that fit around your schedule, wherever you are in the world.
This is not a group class. It's a direct session with me, tailored to exactly where you are and what you need.
- Live 1-on-1 online sessions in the evenings, scheduled around your timezone
- ISO 42001 clause-by-clause walkthroughs with real-world implementation context
- Scenario-based activities drawn from actual AIMS implementations I've run
- Exam prep: gap analysis, practice scenarios, study plan tailored to your pace
- Career positioning for AI governance and GRC roles
Every self-study and eLearning purchase via reconn.io includes a complimentary 1-hour live session with me to clear your doubts on the standard before your exam.
Most people who reach out to me are already motivated. They just need clarity: which certification to start with, what the exam actually tests, how to apply the clauses to their specific organisation.
My sessions are based on my real experience implementing AI management systems and auditing them in critical environments. I'll draw directly from that to walk you through situations you're likely to face in your exam and in your work.
Whether you've already enrolled via reconn.io or you're still deciding, get in touch. I respond personally to every message.
Why This Trainer is Different
Offensive Security.
Threat Intelligence.
Applied to Enterprise AI.
Most ISO 42001 trainers come from a policy and compliance background. That's useful, but it's only part of the picture. I come from offensive security, threat intelligence and security analytics, and I've spent the last several years applying all of that directly to Enterprise AI environments.
I conduct security assessments and red teaming exercises on Enterprise AI software. I test the attack surface of AI systems, probe model behaviours, assess data pipelines, and identify the failure modes that compliance checklists won't catch. That field experience is what I bring into every training session.
When we walk through the ISO 42001 clauses on risk management, incident response, and AI system oversight, I'm not reading from a framework. I'm drawing on situations I've actually worked through in live environments.
Further Reading
Go Deeper.
Read Before You Decide.
Four detailed guides written by me. Exam formats, clause breakdowns, career data and study strategy, all from someone who's sat the exams and delivers the training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
About ISO 42001 Certification
Questions I get asked regularly, answered directly. If yours isn't here, WhatsApp or email me.
What is ISO 42001 and who needs it?
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is the world's first international standard for AI Management Systems (AIMS). It gives organisations a structured framework for responsibly developing, deploying and governing AI, covering risk management, transparency, human oversight and continual improvement. Any organisation building, buying or deploying AI systems should be aware of it. Those responsible for AI governance, GRC, information security or compliance typically lead its implementation.
What's the difference between Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor?
Lead Implementer is about building and running an AIMS inside your organisation. Lead Auditor is about independently assessing and auditing AIMS in any organisation. If you work in governance, GRC or compliance inside an organisation, start with Lead Implementer. If you're an auditor, consultant or advisor, Lead Auditor may be your primary goal, though most practitioners eventually hold both.
How much does ISO 42001 certification cost?
Via reconn.io, self-study starts at $799 with 2 exam attempts included. eLearning, which includes PECB pre-recorded video content via the MyPECB portal, is $899. Both formats include a complimentary free 1-hour live 1-on-1 session with me before your exam. If you're doing both certifications, get in touch about bundle pricing.
Is the ISO 42001 exam open book?
Yes. Both the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor exams are open-book and multiple-choice. You can use the standard itself, your notes and a dictionary. The exam is scenario-based, so you need to apply your knowledge to practical situations rather than just recalling definitions. That's why the 1-on-1 prep session matters: we work through actual scenarios, not flashcards.
How long does it take to get ISO 42001 certified?
The course is structured as 4 training days plus 1 exam day. With self-study, candidates typically take 4 to 6 weeks to work through the material before sitting the exam, depending on how much prior GRC or AI governance experience they have. The free 1 hour 1-on-1 session helps you identify exactly what to focus on in the final preparation period.
What does the free 1-on-1 session include?
It's a 1-hour live online session with me, scheduled around your timezone in the evenings (Gulf Standard Time). We use it however you need: clause clarification, exam strategy, scenario practice, gap analysis or just a conversation about how to apply the standard in your specific context. It's not a slide walkthrough. It's a direct conversation based on what you actually need.
Should I do Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor first?
Lead Implementer first, almost always. Implementation knowledge gives you context that makes you a better auditor. You'll understand what a well-run AIMS actually looks like from the inside, which is exactly what Lead Auditor exam scenarios test. The exception is if you already have hands-on AIMS implementation experience from real projects. Message me if you're not sure, and I'll give you a straight answer based on your background.
Can I do both certifications as a bundle?
Yes. Many consultants, advisors and GRC professionals who work with me go on to hold both. If you're planning to do Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor, get in touch before you enrol. I can discuss bundle pricing, sequencing and a study plan that makes sense for both. WhatsApp or email is the fastest way to reach me.
Still have a question? WhatsApp me directly or email [email protected]. I respond personally.